Senior Accounting Manager

The Role

FinStrat Management (“FSM”) is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a client-facing Senior Accounting Manager. This is a full-time role, managing accounting operations and financial reporting for a number of FSM clients. This is a great opportunity to build a team, implement best practices, and help scale both the company and its clients.

Responsibilities

Leadership of FSM staff accountants; planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting operational functions for clients

Take ownership of the monthly financial close, reconciliation of accounts and G/L analysis for clients (key accounts such as revenue, unearned revenue, and accrued expenses)

Prepare month-end reporting package with financial statements and variance analysis for clients

Review and ensure journal entries are posted accurately

Review and ensure client GL accounts are accurately reconciled

Manage clients’ back office finance functions (e.g., A/R, A/P, payroll, etc.)

Assess clients’ current account operations, make recommendations for improvement and implementing new systems and processes

Ensure deliverables meet the firm’s quality standards

Identify and communicate engagement matters to clients, managers and partners

Provide five-star client service

Job Requirements

Professional background

Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and account reconciliations

Comprehensive knowledge of cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting

Knowledgeable in all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Revenue Recognition (i.e. ASC 606)

Outstanding technology and systems skills

Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical skills

Hiring, training, and retaining skilled accounting staff

Soft skills

Ability to handle multiple engagements simultaneously

Commitment and ability to meet critical business deadlines

Strong communication and ability to interact with internal and external partners

Self-starter with strong organizational skills

Exceptional attention to detail

Excellent research and problem-solving skills

Someone who is always looking to learn and improve; solicits/uses constructive feedback

Comfortable working remotely in a dynamic environment

Education

A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required

CPA preferred but is not required (the company will reimburse exam costs following successful completion)

Benefits and Perks

Compensation commensurate with experience

Flexible work schedule

Unlimited vacation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Ongoing education and training

Bonuses

Originally posted on Himalayas